New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick indicated Monday, Aug. 12, that there is a "competitive situation" for the starting job between Ps Ryan Allen and Zoltan Mesko. Allen has practice squad eligibility if he is unable to win the job outright. Mesko is also the holder for extra points and field goals, which might work in his favor.

New England Patriots P Ryan Allen could make a serious push to win the punter job over P Zoltan Mesko during offseason workouts and training camp. Mesko is scheduled to make $1.3 million this season while Allen would make a little over $400,000 if he won the job, which could be a factor in the decision. Allen could be added to the practice squad if he does not win the job.

New England Patriots P Zoltan Mesko said he is ready to compete with P Ryan Allen for the punter job during offseason workouts and training camp. Mesko said he will also be willing to help Allen out when he needs it.

New England Patriots P Zoltan Mesko (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Sept. 23. He is listed as questionable for Week 3 and may be able to play. The team will look to sign a punter if Mesko is not able to play.

New England Patriots P Zoltan Mesko said he is looking to be more consistent in his punting and believes he could be putting too much pressure on himself, reports Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald. "It's just the adjustment of me wanting to prove myself as soon as possible and help this team win," Mesko said. "It's just maybe me putting more pressure on myself. But I can handle it."